Tesla, Inc. is an American multinational corporation that specializes in electric vehicles, energy storage and solar panel manufacturing based in Palo Alto, California. Founded in 2003, the company specializes in electric cars, lithium-ion battery energy storage, and residential photovoltaic panels (through the subsidiary company, Tesla Energy)

The company is currently run by CEO Elon Musk , and has grown rapidly in recent years, becoming one of the most valuable car manufacturers in the world.

Tesla's first car, the Roadster, was released in 2008 and was the first highway legal serial production all-electric car. In 2012, Tesla released its Model S, a fully electric luxury sedan, which was followed by the Model X, a luxury SUV, in 2015. More recently, in 2017, Tesla released the Model 3, a more affordable electric car for the mass market.

In addition to producing electric cars, Tesla also manufactures electric powertrain components for vehicles produced by other manufacturers, including the Toyota RAV4 EV and Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric.

Tesla's mission is to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy. The company is also working on developing fully autonomous driving capabilities for its cars, with the goal of making them even safer and more convenient for drivers.

Tesla has become a leader in the electric car market and is considered a pioneer in the industry. The company has also been a key player in the development of renewable energy and energy storage solutions. Despite some production and financial challenges, the company's stock has been on a steady upward trend, and it continues to be a major player in the automotive and energy industries.